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Jul 29, 2025 3:00 AM
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Mortgage and refinance interest rates today, July 29, 2025: Rates remain steady ahead of this week's Fed meeting
Mortgage rates have remained flat this week with 30-year fixed rates at 6.69% and 15-year fixed rates at 5.92%. Despite calls from President Trump to lower interest rates, the Fed is expected to keep rates steady for the time being. Refinance rates are higher than purchase rates and adjustable-rate mortgages carry their own risks. Economists do not anticipate significant drops in mortgage rates be... more
Jul 28, 2025 1:00 PM
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Mortgage Rates Hold Perfectly Flat to Start New Week
Monday in the mortgage rate world saw little movement due to the lack of major economic data. Although there were some scheduled events like Treasury auctions and borrowing estimates, the market remained mostly unaffected by these factors.
Jul 28, 2025 3:00 AM
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Mortgage and refinance interest rates today for July 28, 2025: Rates have inched upward since last July
Current mortgage interest rates have remained somewhat flat this week, with the average 30-year fixed mortgage rate being 6.68% and the average 15-year fixed mortgage rate being 5.91%. Rates have increased since the previous year despite expectations of a decrease. To lock in a mortgage, one should focus on the timing rather than following interest rate trends. Factors like property taxes, homeown... more
Jul 26, 2025 8:00 AM
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Treasury Market Sees No Rate Cut by Sept., 30-Year Treasury Yield Near 5%: The Yield Curve and “Real” Mortgage Rates
The 6-month Treasury yield, which is a good predictor of rate hikes and cuts by the Fed, is currently not indicating any rate cuts within 2-3 months. The bond market is nervous about inflation, the Fed's actions, and the influx of new Treasury debt. Mortgage rates run parallel to the 10-year Treasury yield but at a higher rate, and have been in the range of 6.74% all year. Real mortgage rates have... more
Jul 26, 2025 8:00 AM
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Sales Are Down While Mortgage Applications Are Up
Mortgage rates have remained stable for the past three years despite expectations of a decrease. Housing market conditions are influenced by various factors such as listing inventory, builder incentives, and stable prices. The administration's economic policies, including tariffs and deficit increase, have contributed to inflationary pressures and are preventing significant drops in mortgage rates... more
Jul 26, 2025 3:00 AM
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Worth waiting? This is the mortgage rate homebuyers say will push them to move.
High home prices and mortgage rates are making homeownership challenging for many potential buyers and sellers, leading to a slowdown in home sales. The National Association of Realtors predicts that if mortgage rates were to drop to 6%, an additional 5.5 million households would be able to afford a home. However, rates have not been below 6% in nearly three years, causing homeowners who bought or... more
Jul 26, 2025 3:00 AM
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Mortgage and refinance interest rates today, July 26, 2025: Fixed mortgage rates see marginal changes
The article discusses the current mortgage interest rates, offering insight into how to lock in an interest rate when buying a house, considerations for different mortgage terms like 30-year fixed, 15-year fixed, and adjustable-rate mortgages, and factors that influence mortgage rates. It also touches on strategies to secure low mortgage refinance rates, explaining how credit score, debt-to-income... more
Jul 25, 2025 2:00 PM
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Mortgage Rates End Week Unchanged. Next Week, Probably Not...
The week was uneventful in terms of mortgage rates, with rates remaining unchanged as of Friday afternoon. Improvement in relations between the Trump administration and Fed Chair Powell helped stabilize the bond market, leading to rate stability. Next week is expected to bring more volatility, with big events scheduled each day, including the release of the jobs report on Friday.
Jul 25, 2025 8:00 AM
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Ken Paxton Claimed Three Houses as His Primary Residence, Records Show
The attorney general of Texas, who is challenging Senator John Cornyn, may have obtained favorable mortgage rates and potentially violated the law by falsifying loan documents.
Jul 24, 2025 1:00 PM
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Mortgage Rates Drift Slightly Higher Again
Mortgage rates have increased slightly over the past two days following a 5-day decline. The increase has been minimal with most borrowers experiencing similar rates compared to last week. Economic data plays a significant role in bond movements, with next week's jobs report expected to have a larger impact compared to this week's data. Despite Jobless Claims being lower than expected today, rates... more
Jul 24, 2025 11:00 AM
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When will mortgage rates go down? Predictions as rates stall.
The article discusses the current mortgage interest rates, which have stalled at 6.74% for a 30-year fixed-rate mortgage. It explains that waiting for rates to drop significantly might not be a viable option, as current financial data suggests little relief in interest rates in the near future. The article also touches on the relationship between federal funds rate, Treasury yield, and mortgage ra... more
Jul 24, 2025 10:25 AM
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Fannie Mae cuts rate forecast, raises volume outlook
Fannie Mae predicts lower mortgage rates and higher sales volume for this year and next. Rocket Companies reduces its workforce after the Redfin merger. Mr. Cooper sees profits surge in Q2 despite missing estimates.
Jul 24, 2025 10:00 AM
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Average long-term US mortgage rate eases to 6.74%, keeping home loan borrowing costs elevated
The average rate on a 30-year U.S. mortgage slightly decreased this week, but remains high compared to previous years. Elevated mortgage rates are impacting the U.S. housing market, causing a sales slump since 2022. The main factors influencing mortgage rates include Federal Reserve interest rate policy decisions and bond market investors' expectations.
Jul 24, 2025 10:00 AM
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Mortgage rates inch lower this week
Mansion Global host discusses President Trump's potential decision to end capital gains taxes on home sales. Freddie Mac reports a slight decrease in mortgage rates, with the average rate on a 30-year fixed mortgage falling to 6.74%. The housing market is seen positively due to a strong economy with solid employment and income growth.
Jul 24, 2025 9:00 AM
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Mortgage rates hold steady at 6.74%
Mortgage rates remained flat this week, with the average 30-year fixed rate at 6.74% and the average 15-year fixed rate at 5.87%. Housing market outlook seems positive with solid economic performance, but sales volume for existing homes is expected to fall.
Jul 24, 2025 3:00 AM
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Mortgage and refinance interest rates today, July 24, 2025: Rates continue their downward trend
The article discusses the decline in mortgage interest rates, providing examples of the average rates for various types of mortgages. It also explains the difference between fixed-rate and adjustable-rate mortgages, how mortgage rates are impacted by the economy, factors influencing mortgage rates, and the benefits of 30-year and 15-year mortgages. Additionally, the article highlights the importan... more
Jul 24, 2025 2:00 AM
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The Mortgage Rate Shift That Could Change the Housing Market
Experts believe a modest decline in mortgage rates could help boost home sales and revive the U.S. housing market. If rates were to drop to 6 percent, an additional 5.5 million households, including 1.6 million renters, would be able to afford a home. The rising costs of buying a home and persistently high borrowing costs are key issues affecting the market. Economists see a drop to 6 percent as a... more
Jul 23, 2025 4:00 PM
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Intel earnings, new-home sales, mortgage rates: What to Watch
On Thursday, July 24th, investors are advised to watch out for earnings reports from companies such as Honeywell, Union Pacific, Blackstone, Keurig Dr. Pepper, Intel, and Deckers. New-home sales data for June is expected to show an uptick to 650,000 units. Additionally, weekly mortgage rate data from Freddie Mac will be released, with rates on the 30-year fixed mortgage already at 6.75% after risi... more
Jul 23, 2025 1:00 PM
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Mortgage Rates Dip To Lowest Level In Three Weeks
The article discusses the current state of mortgage rates, affordability challenges for homebuyers due to high prices and interest rates, the impact of Federal Reserve decisions on mortgage rates, and the influence of President Trump's tariff policies on inflation and Treasury yields.
Jul 23, 2025 12:01 PM
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Mortgage Rates Tick Higher, But Just Barely
Mortgage rates have seen a modest improvement since last week, with daily small improvements until today where they ended up slightly higher. Rates have been flat for the week overall, with minimal economic data as motivation. Tomorrow will bring more active economic data, potentially increasing volatility slightly.
Jul 23, 2025 8:00 AM
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NAR Existing-Home Sales Report Shows 2.7% Decrease in June
Existing-home sales decreased by 2.7% in June, with declines in the Northeast, Midwest, and South but a modest rise in the West. High mortgage rates are a factor in keeping sales low, and more supply is needed to accommodate first-time homebuyers. NAR Chief Economist Lawrence Yun highlights the growth in homeowner wealth and stresses the importance of decreasing mortgage rates to increase home sal... more
Jul 23, 2025 6:01 AM
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Mortgage Apps Eke Out Small Gain Thanks to Purchase Activity
Mortgage application activity saw a modest increase last week despite higher rates, with the 30-year fixed rate reaching 6.84%. Purchase applications were up, driven by conventional loans, but refinance applications declined. Despite affordability concerns due to rising rates, there has been a slight improvement in rates this week.
Jul 23, 2025 4:00 AM
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Mortgage demand flatlines at low levels, as mortgage rates hit 4-week high
Mortgage rates rose to the highest level in four weeks, but mortgage demand remained steady. Refinance applications fell 3% for the week, while purchase loan applications rose 3%. The 30-year fixed rate is still too high for many borrowers, impacting refinance applications. Mortgage rates moved slightly lower at the start of the week following positive market reactions to details regarding Federal... more
Jul 23, 2025 3:00 AM
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Mortgage and refinance interest rates today, July 23, 2025: Home loan rates see slight shifts
Mortgage interest rates are moving in opposite directions based on loan terms, with the average 30-year fixed rate dropping slightly while the 15-year mortgage rate increased. Due to traders adding bonds to the 10-year Treasury, Treasury yields fell 0.69%, potentially affecting mortgage rates if the trend continues. The article provides the current mortgage rates and refinance rates, highlighting ... more
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The mortgage rates displayed on this site are collected daily from publicly available sources provided by more than 800 lenders. LoanGlass does not receive compensation for listing these rates, and all rates are presented as published by the respective lenders. While every effort is made to ensure accuracy, the information may contain errors or omissions. Mortgage rates are highly dependent on an individual’s financial circumstances, credit profile, loan terms, and other factors. As such, the rates you are quoted directly by a lender may differ materially from the rates displayed here.
Users should contact lenders directly to obtain formal, binding loan offers. If you identify any discrepancies in the data or would like to have your institution’s rates included, please contact us at content@loanglass.com.
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